Bromhexine+pseudoephedrine
About Bromhexine+pseudoephedrine
Bromhexine+pseudoephedrine belongs to the class of cough and cold medications primarily used to treat symptoms of the common cold such as sneezing, runny nose, congestion, stuffy nose, or watery eyes. The common cold is a respiratory illness affecting the nose and throat. It is mostly caused by viruses known as “rhinoviruses”. The virus enters the body through the nose, mouth, or eyes and spreads easily through droplets in the air when the person who is sick sneezes, coughs, or talks.
Bromhexine+pseudoephedrine is a combination of two drugs, namely: Bromhexine (mucolytic) and Pseudoephedrine (decongestant). Bromhexine is a mucolytic agent (cough/sputum thinner) that works by thinning and loosening phlegm (mucus) in the lungs, windpipe, and nose. Pseudoephedrine belongs to the class of nasal decongestants that works by contracting and narrowing the blood vessels. Thereby, it provides relief from a blocked nose.
Take Bromhexine+pseudoephedrine as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Bromhexine+pseudoephedrine for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you based on your medical condition. Some people may experience stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, dizziness, headache, diarrhea, sweating, rash, or sleeping difficulty. Most of these side effects of Bromhexine+pseudoephedrine do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
If you are allergic to Bromhexine+pseudoephedrine or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Bromhexine+pseudoephedrine is not recommended for children below 12 years of age, as the safety and effectiveness were not established. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please consult a doctor before taking Bromhexine+pseudoephedrine. Drive only if you are alert as Bromhexine+pseudoephedrine may cause dizziness. You are advised not to consume alcohol with Bromhexine+pseudoephedrine as it may increase the risk of adverse effects. Avoid using Bromhexine+pseudoephedrine if you have taken medicines such as linezolid, phenelzine, selegiline, rasagiline, isocarboxazid, tranylcypromine, and methylene blue injection in the past 14 days.
Uses of Bromhexine+pseudoephedrine
Medicinal Benefits
Bromhexine+pseudoephedrine is a combination of two drugs, namely: Bromhexine and Pseudoephedrine used to treat symptoms of the common cold such as sneezing, runny nose, congestion, stuffy nose, or watery eyes. Bromhexine is a mucolytic agent (cough/sputum thinner) that works by thinning and loosening phlegm (mucus) in the lungs, windpipe, and nose. Thereby, it helps to cough out phlegm easily. Pseudoephedrine belongs to the class of nasal decongestants that works by contracting and narrowing the blood vessels. Thereby, it provides relief from a blocked nose.
Directions for Use
Storage
Side Effects of Bromhexine+pseudoephedrine
- Stomach pain
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Diarrhea
- Sweating
- Rash
- Difficulty in sleeping
Drug Warnings
If you are allergic to Bromhexine+pseudoephedrine or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Bromhexine+pseudoephedrine is not recommended for children below 12 years of age, as the safety and effectiveness were not established. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please consult a doctor before taking Bromhexine+pseudoephedrine. Drive only if you are alert as Bromhexine+pseudoephedrine may cause dizziness. You are advised not to consume alcohol with Bromhexine+pseudoephedrine as it may increase the risk of adverse effects. Avoid taking Bromhexine+pseudoephedrine if you have diabetes, severe kidney problems, high blood pressure, heart or circulation problems, glaucoma, pheochromocytoma (tumor in the adrenal glands), or overactive thyroid gland. If you experience rectal bleeding or sudden stomach pain while taking Bromhexine+pseudoephedrine, please consult a doctor. Avoid using Bromhexine+pseudoephedrine if you have taken medicines such as linezolid, phenelzine, selegiline, rasagiline, isocarboxazid, tranylcypromine, and methylene blue injection in the past 14 days.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interaction: Bromhexine+pseudoephedrine may interact with antidepressants (moclobemide, duloxetine), heart-related medicines (digitoxin, digoxin, quinidine), antiparkinson drugs (selegiline, rasagiline), drugs to provide relief from migraine (methysergide, ergotamine), antacids (aluminum hydroxide, kaolin), antibiotic (furazolidone), medicines to treat glaucoma (apraclonidine).
Drug-Food Interaction: Avoid intake of Bromhexine+pseudoephedrine with chocolate and caffeine-containing foods such as cocoa beans, tea, coffee, colas, etc., as they may increase the risk of severity of side effects. Avoid consumption of alcohol with Bromhexine+pseudoephedrine as it may cause dizziness.
Drug-Disease Interaction: Avoid taking Bromhexine+pseudoephedrine if you have diabetes, severe kidney problems, high blood pressure, heart or circulation problems, glaucoma, pheochromocytoma (tumor in the adrenal glands), or overactive thyroid gland. If you have mild kidney problems, stomach ulcers, severe liver disease, prostate or bladder problems, inform your doctor before taking Bromhexine+pseudoephedrine.
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
unsafeAvoid consumption of alcohol with Bromhexine+pseudoephedrine as it may increase the risk of adverse effects such as dizziness. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol with Bromhexine+pseudoephedrine.
Pregnancy
cautionPlease consult a doctor if you are pregnant. Bromhexine+pseudoephedrine is given to pregnant women only if the doctor thinks benefits outweigh risks.
Breast Feeding
cautionBromhexine+pseudoephedrine may be excreted in breast milk. Bromhexine+pseudoephedrine is given to breastfeeding mothers only if the doctor thinks benefits are greater than risks. Please consult a doctor if you are breastfeeding.
Driving
cautionBromhexine+pseudoephedrine may cause dizziness in some people. Therefore, drive only if you are alert after taking Bromhexine+pseudoephedrine.
Liver
cautionTake Bromhexine+pseudoephedrine with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.
Kidney
cautionTake Bromhexine+pseudoephedrine with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required. Avoid taking Bromhexine+pseudoephedrine if you have severe kidney problems.
Children
unsafeBromhexine+pseudoephedrine is not recommended for children below 12 years of age, as the safety and effectiveness were not established.
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Wash your hands with soap and water regularly to prevent the spread of germs.
- Eat plenty of foods rich in good bacteria like yogurt to improve overall health.
- Drink plenty of fluids to avoid dehydration.
- Gargle with salt water for relief from sore throat.
- Avoid alcohol consumption with Bromhexine+pseudoephedrine as it may cause tiredness, drowsiness, or lack of concentration.
Special Advise
- Do not give Bromhexine+pseudoephedrine to children below 12 years of age.
- Do not take Bromhexine+pseudoephedrine for longer than 7 days in a row and consult a doctor if the symptoms persist or worsen after using Bromhexine+pseudoephedrine for 1 week.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Common cold: It is an infection caused by the virus, mainly known as ‘rhinoviruses’, affecting the nose and throat (upper respiratory tract). Children younger than 6 years are at the most significant risk of colds, but healthy adults can also be affected to have 2-3 colds annually. In most cases, cold symptoms are recovered within a week or ten days. However, symptoms might last longer in people who smoke or are exposed to allergens like pollutants, dust, etc. The common cold symptoms include sneezing, sore throat, cough, congestion, mild body pains, low fever, mild headache, feeling unwell, stuffy, or runny nose. In some cases, the discharge from the nose may become thicker and yellow or green, which is not an indication of bacterial infection.
FAQs
Bromhexine+pseudoephedrine contains Bromhexine and Pseudoephedrine. Bromhexine is a mucolytic agent (cough/sputum thinner) that works by thinning and loosening phlegm (mucus) in the lungs, windpipe, and nose. Thereby, helps to cough out phlegm easily. Pseudoephedrine is a nasal decongestant that works by contracting and narrowing the blood vessels. Thereby, it provides relief from a blocked nose.
Bromhexine+pseudoephedrine may cause dizziness as a temporary side effect. However, please consult a doctor if the condition persists or worsens and avoid driving if you feel dizzy after taking Bromhexine+pseudoephedrine.
You are not recommended to take Bromhexine+pseudoephedrine with selegiline (antiparkinson drug) as co-administration of these two medicines may cause severe high blood pressure that may be life-threatening. You are recommended to use Bromhexine+pseudoephedrine after 14 days of stopping selegiline. However, please consult a doctor before taking Bromhexine+pseudoephedrine with other medicines.
You are not recommended to take more than the prescribed dose of Bromhexine+pseudoephedrine as it may cause severe adverse effects. Therefore, take Bromhexine+pseudoephedrine only in doses as advised by a doctor.
You are not recommended to stop taking Bromhexine+pseudoephedrine without consulting your doctor as it may worsen the condition or cause recurring symptoms. Therefore, take Bromhexine+pseudoephedrine for as long as your doctor has prescribed it, and if you experience any difficulty while taking Bromhexine+pseudoephedrine, please consult your doctor.